Stonewall Lake

TR-BUCK CREEK· Pontotoc, Oklahoma· Built 1957· Earth· 28 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Stonewall Lake is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1957 and is 69 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 28 ft (taller than 47.3% in OK)
Dam Length660 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage445 acre-ft
Normal Storage180 acre-ft
Surface Area34 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge1,400 cfs
Year Completed1957 (69 years old)
NID IDOK02329

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: December 1, 2010
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: OWRB

Ownership

MICHAEL J & JOE D WILLIAMS

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Stonewall Lake?

Stonewall Lake is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Stonewall Lake?

Stonewall Lake is owned by MICHAEL J & JOE D WILLIAMS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Stonewall Lake built?

Stonewall Lake was completed in 1957, making it 69 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

What is the primary purpose of Stonewall Lake?

Stonewall Lake serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Stonewall Lake?

Stonewall Lake has a dam height of 28 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.

When was Stonewall Lake last inspected?

Stonewall Lake was last inspected on December 1, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.